Is this MacBook Pro still worth buying?

Only as a used or refurbished machine for light work. The Retina screen and 16 GB of RAM remain useful, but the processor and graphics are several generations old.

How does it compare with newer 15-inch MacBook Pros?

Newer models are thinner, lighter, and much faster, and they add USB-C/Thunderbolt 3. This generation keeps HDMI and MagSafe-style charging but lacks modern ports.

How long does the battery last?

Apple rated it at up to 9 hours. On a used unit expect less, and check the battery cycle count before buying.

Can the RAM or storage be upgraded?

No. The RAM is soldered and the SSD uses a proprietary connector, so buy the 16 GB / 512 GB configuration you need up front.

Typically just the laptop and a power adapter with cable. Confirm the charger is included, since used listings often omit it.

Does it have USB-C or Thunderbolt 3?

No. This generation uses MagSafe, USB-A, HDMI, and Thunderbolt 2, so newer USB-C accessories need adapters.

Where is the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch 2.8GHz Quad-core i7 cheapest?

At eBay, for $349.89, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch 2.8GHz Quad-core i7?

Rated 1 out of 5 from 73 ratings.

Where can I buy the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch 2.8GHz Quad-core i7?

5 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Mac of All Trades, Pacific Macs, Wellbots, Techable.

Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch 2.8GHz Quad-core i7

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Best price today: $349.89 refurbished at eBay (checked Nov 9, 2026).
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Our take on the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch 2.8GHz Quad-core i7

The 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina display pairs a 2880 x 1800 screen with a quad-core Intel Core i7, 16 GB of RAM and a 512 GB solid-state drive. It has both integrated Intel graphics and a discrete AMD GPU, a backlit keyboard and HDMI out, and Apple rates battery life at up to 9 hours. It suits people who want a large, sharp screen for photo and video work, though at 4.5 lb it is a desk-first laptop. Buyers should note this is an older generation: the Retina panel and aluminum build still hold up, but the processor and graphics trail current 15-inch models, and the 73 ratings on record average 1 out of 5, so check the specific unit and its battery condition carefully.

Best forPhoto and video editors who want a large Retina screenStudents and office users who mostly work plugged inBuyers of used Macs who want 16 GB RAM and a 512 GB SSDPeople who prefer macOS and a backlit keyboard

Pros

Sharp 2880 x 1800 Retina display
Quad-core i7 with 16 GB RAM handles multitasking
512 GB SSD keeps boot and app loads quick
Discrete AMD GPU alongside Intel graphics
Backlit keyboard and HDMI port built in

Cons

Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch 2.8GHz Quad-core i7 prices at every store

Pacific MacsPre-owned
In stock
$259.00Observed at 8:01 AM
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TechablePre-owned
In stock
$798.00Observed at 8:01 AM
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eBayPre-owned
Availability unknownSold by mtnlover450 (100% positive, 157 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
$125.00+ $8.08 shippingVerified
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eBayRefurbished
Availability unknownSold by usatechpart (98.3% positive, 7,900 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.
$349.89Free shippingVerified
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Mac of All TradesPre-owned
Out of stock
$223.99Observed at 8:01 AM
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WellbotsNew
Out of stock
$379.00Observed at 8:01 AM
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Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch 2.8GHz Quad-core i7 price history

Lowest price we've seen: $379.00 on Nov 9 at Wellbots. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

1 / 573 ratings

The ratings on record for this configuration are very low, averaging 1 out of 5 across 73 ratings, so buyer sentiment here is poor. That score likely reflects condition and age of the units sold rather than the original design, which reviewers generally rated well when new.

What people mention

DisplayPraisedOwners like the sharp 2880 x 1800 Retina screen for photo and video work.
BatteryCriticised

Questions and answers

Is this MacBook Pro still worth buying?: Only as a used or refurbished machine for light work. The Retina screen and 16 GB of RAM remain useful, but the processor and graphics are several generations old.
How does it compare with newer 15-inch MacBook Pros?: Newer models are thinner, lighter, and much faster, and they add USB-C/Thunderbolt 3. This generation keeps HDMI and MagSafe-style charging but lacks modern ports.
How long does the battery last?: Apple rated it at up to 9 hours. On a used unit expect less, and check the battery cycle count before buying.
Can the RAM or storage be upgraded?: No. The RAM is soldered and the SSD uses a proprietary connector, so buy the 16 GB / 512 GB configuration you need up front.
What is in the box?: Typically just the laptop and a power adapter with cable. Confirm the charger is included, since used listings often omit it.
Does it have USB-C or Thunderbolt 3?: No. This generation uses MagSafe, USB-A, HDMI, and Thunderbolt 2, so newer USB-C accessories need adapters.
Where is the Apple MacBook Pro 15-inch 2.8GHz Quad-core i7 cheapest?: At eBay, for $349.89, as of our latest check.